The classical 7-path labyrinth design is a perfect sacred space for community gatherings, sacred ceremonies, as well as creating a means for connecting with nature, and as a tool for developing peace. Used as a form of sacred space in cultures around the globe for over 3200 years, this type labyrinth design can actually, de-stress the nerves, help to integrate and balance the right and left brain, center the focus, and organize your day.

I have been walking my personal since 1981. Mostly in the morning before the sun rises so I can enjoy the energetic and shamanic sacred space designed by the Great Mystery. My walk sets the day for me in a very powerful and enlightening way. I walk my labyrinth when starting a new project, I need a solution or new insight, I want to connect to my deepest inner wisdom, or just get connected and express gratitude. It has become a sacred space that is an important ingredient of my life.

Because the Shambhalla Institute blends the design and installation with sacred teachings of ancient indigenous cultures, feng shui, and sustainable garden design, personal sacred space reflects individual lifestyle, innate strengths, goals, and spiritual nature. The experience gives the mind a chance to slow down and get focused. The senses are heightened to feel, see, and hear the natural environment surrounding the labyrinth while the intuition opens into what the mind is thinking, the heart is feeling, and my gratitude.

The Shambhalla Institute is looking for people who want to learn about the labyrinth and help install labyrinths for themselves, friends, schools, nature centers, community gardens, and public parks. If you are interested in working together to add sacred space in your community, please contact the institute, 352.638.2617.

Sacred Spaces are necessary for the wellbeing of the body, the mind, the emotions, and to be healed by our spiritual nature. As a plant is moved in a garden to find the spot where it can best realize itself, a sacred space offers the best place to learn how to become who you were meant to be. Your inner sacred space teaches who you are—your purpose, strengths, gifts, and special talents.

Mother Earth is our greatest teacher. A walk in the woods, along the beach, or walking through a meadow filled with butterflies opens a path to the wisdom of the earth and that of your soul. Sacred spaces allow a quiet, stillness; where silent questions can be asked; answers can be heard; and emotions can be calmed.

These are spaces where the mind can focus on the spiritual aspects of the natural world and your spiritual self. Personalized sacred spaces can be created in individual homes and gardens. They offer a safe haven for rest, to attune to the natural elements, hear the birds singing or the soft music of a water fountain. They are designed to be comfortable spaces where we can experience beauty while writing or meditating, and to journey Within.

How to be inspired for that one-of-a-kind invention, find an incredible solution to a difficult problem, have a new idea that could jumpstart your business? It would be pretty amazing to have this meditation space to enter whenever we want to just hang out with our Inner Wisdom and take time to attune to the Earth.

Perhaps said best in the book, SHAMANIC GARDENING: TIMELESS TECHNIQUES FOR THE MODERN SUSTAINABLE GARDEN…

“The earth moves at a slow rhythm, closer to that of a flower blooming. Calling the mind to the deepest part of the heart’s sensory system, or the inner senses, develops your ability to attune to that rhythm.”

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Medicine Wheel gardens, though beautiful are more than just a shape. It is important to use the principles underneath the physical design in order to gain the spiritual and energetic benefits. One of the most important principles is the alignment. Getting the alignment correct is kind of like a key to open the door to the natural energies of the earth. The analogy to just using the shape might be having a car without a key to really drive it.

Gardens that incorporate the underlying principles and techniques of the medicine wheel are healing, nurturing and supportive to bringing peace into your relationships. The spiritual and energetic benefits of this ancient structure, which dates back thousands of years, symbolizes harmony. Learn more by taking our class!

JOIN OUR PHILADELPHIA MEDICINE WHEEL GARDEN CLASS

June 19 – 6-9 PM – $39

Click here for more info or register by phone (352.638.2617) or email: living environments@msn.com.

We have private and group classes throughout the year in Los Angeles, Orlando, and even online for people across the globe. Learn more here.